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Immigrant New Yorkers Overall Healthier Than U.S.-born Counterparts, New York City Health Department Study Finds

Fund for Public Health NYC

On April 17, 2025, the Health Department released The Health ofImmigrants in New York City , a new report that sheds light on the essential role immigrants play in shaping a healthier, more vibrant citywhile also calling attention to the distinct health challenges many immigrant communities continue to face. years for U.S.-born

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Epidemiology Terms: A Glossary of Epidemiological Words

Gideon

Whether you are a student of nursing, health sciences, public health, or another specialty, you may be interested in expanding your knowledge of epidemiology. Public health and government agencies prevent the spread of emerging infectious diseases on their shores. We can see this visually represented with outbreak or case maps.

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NCUIH Joins Coalition in Urging Bipartisan Support for Medicaid and CHIP Programs

National Council on Urban Indian Health

Medicaid provides health coverage to more than 80 million Americans, including working families, children, seniors, and people with disabilities. It plays a key role in ensuring that people have access to doctors, hospitals, and treatment when they need it. In 2023, approximately 2.7 In 2023, approximately 2.7

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Pneumonia: A Disease of the Ancients

Gideon

Early diagnosis and treatment are important for preventing serious health complications. Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection is most frequently observed in patients below the age of 30 and is often accompanied by a bullous otitis media and a ‘hacking’ cough. Treatment typically involves antibiotics and oxygen therapy.